There are many countries whose citizens can visit Poland as tourists without a visa. This includes all countries of the European Union. In Poland, there are no specific laws regulating alcohol consumption. However, there are some restrictions regarding age and where people are allowed to drink alcohol. It should also be remembered that the influence of alcohol is not a mitigating factor when a crime has been committed. While smoking tobacco is old-fashioned in Poland, smoking is not prohibited in public places. Poland continues to improve its motorway network, but road traffic outside major centres can be dangerous. Many secondary roads are poorly maintained and traffic is congested. Motorists do not respect the rules of the road. Respect the Polish highway code. If you are not a resident of Poland, you must immediately pay the fines in cash in Polish currency to the police officer issuing the fine. Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is strictly prohibited and punishable by up to two years in prison.
For emergency consular assistance, call the Embassy of Canada in Warsaw and follow the instructions. You can also contact the Emergency Watch and Response Centre in Ottawa at any time. This is the worst article about traveling to Poland I`ve ever read. Outdated and incorrect information. Did the author @PhilSylvester manage to verify all the information? The current official list of 300+ laboratories across Poland testing for COVID-19 can be found here. Tick-borne encephalitis is present in some parts of the country. Here are a few things you need to know before you leave and during your stay. The Embassy operates an after-hours weekend service for Irish citizens in need of emergency assistance. If an Irish citizen requires emergency assistance, please call the Embassy representative on +48 22 564 2200 and follow the recorded instructions to contact the Embassy Service Officer. You can also contact the Department of Foreign Office service officer in Dublin on +353 (0)1 408 2000. The Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs advises against non-essential travel due to the ongoing pandemic.
The consumption of alcohol in public is not allowed in Poland, except in specially designated places such as restaurants or beer gardens. Streets and parks are an alcohol-free zone unless you`re willing to risk a fine. Similar rules apply to. Barbecue – it is not allowed in Polish parks or other public places. Citizens planning to travel abroad should consider the ongoing risk of testing positive for COVID-19 abroad, and it is recommended to purchase comprehensive travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage. Before departure and during the trip, we encourage citizens to read our travel tips, follow us on Twitter and register with the nearest Irish embassy or consulate. Tickets must be validated at the beginning of each trip. You may be fined immediately if you do not present a validated ticket to an official upon request.
Import restrictions You are not allowed to bring prohibited goods such as: In rural areas, cyclists and pedestrians must wear reflective clothing (or a vest) when moving between dusk and dawn. A cyclist or pedestrian involved in an accident and not carrying a reflective object could be held liable. If you are arriving from outside the EU and you are the first European stop in Poland, make sure you have your passport stamped. Otherwise, customs officers in other EU countries will wonder how you got to Europe. Always pay attention to your surroundings when you are in public places. Wearing a seat belt is mandatory for the driver and each passenger of the car. Children under 150 cm are not allowed to board the front seat without a child seat. Most governments have introduced restrictions and special entry and exit requirements for their territory due to COVID-19. These measures can be imposed suddenly and may include: Many Poles are traditional when it comes to social issues, but residents of big cities are generally more receptive to LGBT issues.
There is an active gay scene in Warsaw with a number of gay clubs and bars. Homosexuality is legal and same-sex partners can live together, but marriage or civil partnership is not allowed for same-sex couples. The age of consent is the same for all persons (15 years). Check out our information and tips page for the LGBT community before you travel. Beware of fake cops, shady taxi drivers, pickpockets and those cunning crooks when you go to Poland. Youth gangs can be a threat, especially in urban areas. Some of these vaccines include: measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, polio, chickenpox (chickenpox), flu and others. Hepatitis B is a liver disease that is spread through blood or other bodily fluids. Travellers who may be exposed (e.g., through sexual contact, medical treatment, needle sharing, tattooing, acupuncture, or occupational exposure) should be vaccinated. There are many bus services from the airport to the city, but many of them attract pickpockets and other thieves who try to take advantage of tired or distracted travelers. Bus No. 175 from Warsaw Airport to the city is known for pickpockets, so keep your stuff nearby and beware of others around you.
Polish art and artists are not well known outside Poland, but there is a rich tradition that the authorities jealously guard. Crime: Poland has a low crime rate overall, with the highest crime rates in major cities. Be very careful with debit or credit cards in bars and nightclubs. According to reports, large amounts of money have been withdrawn from bank cards in some bars and nightclubs in Poland. Check your bill carefully and consider paying in cash. Report any suspicious activity in your bank account to your bank and the police immediately. All vehicles are required to use headlights, both daytime and year-round. However, Irish citizens planning a longer stay in Poland – more than 90 days – are required to register with the local voivodes office (Urząd Wojewódzki) and obtain a certificate of registration of residence of an EU citizen.
Special circumstances: Polish customs apply strict rules on the export of items such as works of art. Contact the Polish Embassy in Washington, D.C. or a Polish Consulate in Chicago, Los Angeles, New York or Houston for specific information on customs regulations. Polish summers can be hot, with temperatures above 35°C. It is important to wear appropriate clothing, including head coverings, and to use sunscreen during the summer months. * It is important to note that entry requirements may not reflect your risk of yellow fever at your destination.
